Hollywood Speeding Ticket Attorney
Protecting Your License and Insurance in Hollywood
Speeding tickets are among the most common traffic violations in Hollywood and throughout Florida. State law sets speed limits to maintain safety on the roads. Even minor speeding can lead to steep fines, points on your license, and higher insurance rates. If you receive a speeding ticket, you need to understand the potential consequences and your legal options.
Hollywood enforces Florida's traffic laws, but local regulations can affect speed limits from one street to another. Violations can result in:
- Fines and penalties: The penalties depend on how fast you were going over the limit and the area where the ticket was issued.
- Points on your license: Accumulating too many points can cause a license suspension.
- Insurance rate hikes: Even a single ticket can raise your annual premiums significantly.
Understanding how enforcement works in the area can help you take informed action when you receive a ticket.
Contact our Hollywood speeding ticket lawyer by calling (813) 565-3353 today!
Understanding Speeding Laws and Penalties in Florida
In Florida, speeding is typically classified as a civil traffic infraction, governed by Florida Statute § 316. This means the penalties are usually fines and points, rather than jail time. However, the accumulation of points is what leads to the most damaging consequences.
Florida's Point System for Speeding
The number of points assessed depends on how far over the posted speed limit you were traveling. Your speeding ticket lawyers in Hollywood will fight to prevent these points from ever appearing on your driving record:
- Speeding Less Than 15 MPH Over: 3 Points
- Speeding More Than 15 MPH Over: 4 Points
- Speeding More Than 15 MPH Over in a School/Construction Zone: 4 Points
- Speeding Resulting in a Collision: 4 Points
The Risk of License Suspension
The cumulative effect of these points is severe. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) will automatically suspend your driver's license if you accumulate:
- 12 points within 12 months: 30-day suspension
- 18 points within 18 months: 3-month suspension
- 24 points within 36 months: 1-year suspension
The difference between keeping your license and losing it often comes down to a single speeding ticket. As your dedicated Hollywood speeding ticket attorney, our firm is committed to zero tolerance for points.
The Florida Traffic Court Process
The defense process for a speeding ticket is a time-sensitive, procedural battle in Broward County Court. Our firm handles every step, so you never have to go to court yourself.
- 30-Day Election Deadline: You have only 30 days from the issue date of the ticket to elect how you will respond (pay the fine, elect traffic school, or demand a hearing). We take over immediately, filing a formal Notice of Appearance and a plea of Not Guilty to preserve your right to fight.
- Formal Hearing Demand: We demand a formal hearing before a hearing officer or judge. This forces the officer who issued the ticket to appear and present evidence.
- Discovery: As your speeding ticket lawyers in Hollywood, we use discovery requests to obtain the officer's training certificates, the device calibration logs, and any video evidence, preemptively exposing weaknesses in the State's case.
- The Hearing: We attend the hearing on your behalf (in most cases, you do not need to attend). Our firm uses procedural challenges to attack the officer's testimony, aiming for a dismissal based on the State's failure to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt (the high standard for traffic infractions).
- Plea Negotiation: If the facts are challenging, we negotiate with the citing agency to reduce the charge to a non-moving violation (like illegal parking) to guarantee zero points and minimize the fine.
Why Choose a Speeding Ticket Lawyer in Hollywood
The traffic system in Hollywood and Broward County can be difficult to navigate on your own. Having a seasoned speeding ticket lawyer by your side can make a big difference. At Florida Ticket Firm, we bring over a decade of experience and a 99% success rate defending traffic tickets. Our team focuses on protecting your rights and working to have your speeding ticket reduced or dismissed whenever possible.
Building a defense starts by assessing the location where you received the citation. In Hollywood, the Broward County Courthouse processes court dates and hearings, and you must respond within 30 days of receiving your ticket. Our familiarity with how local judges and officers handle cases allows us to shape a defense that fits what the area’s courts expect. We focus on minimizing points on your license and protecting your driving privileges under Florida law.
Clients choose us for:
- Proven track record: We have contested over a million traffic tickets with strong results.
- Personalized legal strategies: We tailor our approach to your needs for the best possible outcome.
- Comprehensive communication: Our team keeps you informed and answers your questions throughout your case.
Protect your driving record now. Call (813) 565-3353 or reach out online today to schedule your free consultation. Choose the Hollywood speeding ticket attorney with trusted experience and bilingual help available.
Our Comprehensive Approach to Speeding Ticket Defense
Fighting a speeding ticket requires detailed procedural knowledge and specialized litigation techniques. Our firm applies trusted experience and a thorough, multi-layered approach to ensure success.
- Challenging Calibration and Certification: The most common winning defense involves attacking the scientific evidence. We demand production of the officer’s certification and the device's calibration logs. If any document is outdated, incomplete, or not produced in time, our firm argues for dismissal. The State's case depends entirely on these documents, which are often defective.
- Utilizing Multilingual Communication: Because bilingual help is available, we ensure that non-English speaking clients fully understand the court process, their rights, and the potential consequences. Our firm provides Spanish-speaking support, guaranteeing no confusion arises from complex legal terminology during the preparation phase.
- Factual and Environmental Defenses: If the measurement is technically correct, we pivot to factual defenses:
- Mistaken Identity: Arguing that the officer visually identified the wrong vehicle in heavy traffic.
- Pacing Errors: If the officer paced your vehicle, we argue that the patrol car's own speedometer was not properly calibrated or that the distance of the pace was too short to be reliable.
- Defense of Necessity: Arguing you were speeding to avoid an imminent medical emergency or another unavoidable danger (e.g., getting out of the path of a reckless driver).
Trusting your case to an inexperienced lawyer is a gamble. Rely on a speeding ticket lawyers in Hollywood like our firm that possesses the trusted experience to win.
Take Control of Your Traffic Situation
At Florida Ticket Firm, we know a speeding ticket can cause inconvenience and stress. Our team aims to give you peace of mind as we handle legal details. We focus on protecting your driving record, keeping your insurance rates in check, and helping you move past the stress of a citation.
We serve clients throughout Hollywood and Broward County, guiding them through the steps required by local courts. From the first conversation to the final decision, we stay in step with the processes at Hollywood's traffic courts.
Clients receive prompt communication and clear explanations of each option specific to their citation, including remote appearances when possible. We also review your eligibility for alternatives like a driver improvement course, showing you which paths might help you avoid points and how those fit local court guidelines.
Reach out to us at (813) 565-3353 for your consultation, and let us guide you toward resolving your speeding ticket efficiently and effectively.
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Client-Centered Approach
At Florida Ticket Firm, we prioritize communication and personal service. We keep you informed at every stage of your case and take the time to address your concerns with understanding and empathy.
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Trusted ExperienceWith over one million tickets collectively contested, Florida Ticket Firm has the experience and in-depth knowledge needed to protect your driving record.
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Protecting Your FutureTraffic tickets can lead to steep insurance hikes, mandatory traffic school, and points on your license. We fight tirelessly to minimize or eliminate these consequences, ensuring your driving privileges remain intact and your financial burden is reduced.
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Convenience and Peace of MindFighting a traffic ticket can be time-consuming and stressful. When you hire Florida Ticket Firm, we take the burden off your shoulders by managing everything—from court appearances to legal filings—so you can focus on what matters most.
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Free ConsultationsDon’t let a traffic ticket derail your plans. Contact Florida Ticket Firm for a free consultation and let us guide you toward the best possible resolution.
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Hablamos EspañolAt Florida Ticket Firm, we proudly offer legal services in Spanish to ensure every client feels understood and supported.
The Opinions That Matter most
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"So easy to work with and they went above and beyond my expectations!"I wish I had found them earlier, they could have saved me a bunch of heartache. I couldn't find anyone to care about my ticket unless there was extreme physical damage involved. Thank you Florida Ticket Firm, you're the best!Christina S.
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"Couldn't have been more pleased with the outcome!"I reached out to Florida Ticket Firm and they got my charges DISMISSED. Beyond happy!Kathleen C.
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"I couldn’t ask for more."I had great pleasure working with Florida Ticket Firm, everything was handled with minimum effort from my end, they patiently answered all of my questions and concerns, I couldn’t ask for more. My ticket is completely dismissed in the end, this wouldn’t have happened without their professional help, thank you!Arpat A.
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"100% recommend these guys."
Got a small speeding ticket and I didn't want this to have an impact to my clean driving record. Contacted Florida Ticket Firm and they got me a withholding and that is exactly what I wanted. Good communication and SUPER easy process. 100% recommend these guys.
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"They handled everything."I had a great experience with Florida Ticket Firm! My first time having ever used an attorney to represent me, and I am definitely satisfied.Erica
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"I'm so grateful for Florida Ticket Firm!"They were very kind and made me feel like my case was important to them - and that was super important for me!Barbara H.
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They did a great job of me saving money from a speeding ticket! They not only helped me save money but the case was dismissed as well.
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Florida Ticket Firm is the best. I’ll just say I got a REALLY bad speeding ticket and they got it completely dismissed with no conviction. They saved me from points on my license, an insurance hike and possibly me losing my job.
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